44 m. ago Senate Launches Nationwide Probe To Protect Nigerians From Ponzi Schemes

The Nigerian Senate has directed its joint committees to investigate Ponzi scheme operations across all geopolitical zones following rising concerns over financial scams like the collapsed Crypto Bullion Exchange (CBEX). This decision followed a motion moved by Senators Adetokunbo Abiru (APC, Lagos East) and Osita Izunaso (APC, Imo West), who cited the devastating financial losses […] The post Senate Launches Nationwide Probe To Protect Nigerians From Ponzi Schemes appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Senate launches probe into ₦1.3tn CBEX scam, vows to tackle rampant Ponzi schemes

The Senate has resolved to investigate the activities of Ponzi schemes across the country, following the collapse of the Crypto read more Senate launches probe into ₦1.3tn CBEX scam, vows to tackle rampant Ponzi schemes

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1 hour ago Senate moves to amend Electricity Act to criminalise vandals, strengthen power sector

The Senate on Tuesday debated a bill seeking to amend the Electricity Act, 2023, with fresh proposals aimed at resolving read more Senate moves to amend Electricity Act to criminalise vandals, strengthen power sector

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2 h. ago Nigerians say government failing on security, floods, and food access — June poll

A growing number of Nigerians no longer believe their government can protect them from violence, hunger, or provide them succour read more Nigerians say government failing on security, floods, and food access — June poll

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2 h. ago Abuja lawyer banned from legal practice for 5 years over N29 million fraud

Everestus Ugwuowo, an Abuja-based lawyer, has been banned from practising law in Nigeria for five years by the Legal Practitioners read more Abuja lawyer banned from legal practice for 5 years over N29 million fraud

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2 h. ago Underfunded capital projects in budgets fuelling corruption, waste – BPP DG

Adebowale  Adedokun, director general of the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP),  has raised concerns over what he termed the persistent read more Underfunded capital projects in budgets fuelling corruption, waste – BPP DG

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2 h. ago World Bank places Nigeria behind Libya, Gabon in income rankings

The World Bank has again ranked Nigeria among the Lower-Middle Income Economies (LMIEs), placing Africa’s top oil producer behind conflict-ridden read more World Bank places Nigeria behind Libya, Gabon in income rankings

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2 h. ago EFCC tasks NASS on passage of law criminalising unexplained wealth

Tribune Online EFCC tasks NASS on passage of law criminalising unexplained wealth Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr Ola Olukoyede, on Wednesday tasked the leadership and members ... EFCC tasks NASS on passage of law criminalising unexplained wealth Tribune Online

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3 h. ago IMF commends FIRS over positive reforms, significant progress on core duties

Says, ‘agency has made significant progress’ The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has commended the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) over read more IMF commends FIRS over positive reforms, significant progress on core duties

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3 h. ago ‘Development Is Minister’s Job, Not Mine’, Senator Ireti Kingibe Speaks On FCT Projects

The Senator representing Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in the National Assembly, Ireti Kingibe, has responded to criticisms regarding the pace of infrastructural development in the nation’s capital, clarifying that her role as a lawmaker does not directly involve execution of projects. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television on Tuesday evening, the lawmaker explained that […]

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3 h. ago PICTORIAL: Remi Tinubu, Other First Ladies Meet In US, Seek Women, Youth Empowerment

The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has joined her counterparts from other global regions to map out ways in which their leadership can ensure the changing world does so in the right direction. Speaking at the 3rd Annual Global First Ladies Alliance Academy in New York, Senator Tinubu noted that getting around the […]

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4 h. ago Climate Change: Federal Gov’t Blames Deforestation, Urges Policy Support

The Federal Government has called for stakeholders’ engagement in tackling climate change for sustainable development. Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, made the call when a delegation from African Centre for Climate Actions and Rural Development Initiative (ACCARD) led by Freeman Elohor Oluowo in company of the African Climate Foundation […]

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4 h. ago Schneider Electric drives profit, sustainability in Nigeria’s consumer goods industry

In Nigeria’s fast-paced Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry, manufacturers are faced with a difficult balancing act. Pressured by inflation, currency read more Schneider Electric drives profit, sustainability in Nigeria’s consumer goods industry

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4 h. ago Offline trips on Bolt fall 42% on rising safety feature uptake

Bolt has disclosed that it recorded a 42 per cent reduction in offline trips over the last three months, indicating read more Offline trips on Bolt fall 42% on rising safety feature uptake

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4 h. ago Senate bill to reform power sector, criminalise national grid vandalism passes second reading 

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Senate has passed a bill seeking to reposition the power sector for optimal performance by clarifying regulatory roles between the Federal and State governments, criminalising the vandalism of electricity infrastructure, introducing a targeted subsidy framework, and defining legal obligations to host communities through a second reading. It would mark a […] The post Senate bill to reform power sector, criminalise national grid vandalism passes second reading  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Priscilla shares threat letter after fire incident at Iyabo Ojo’s office

By Seyi Babalola Priscilla, the daughter of Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo, has stated that a threat letter was brought to her mother’s office just months after her wedding to Tanzanian artist Juma Jux. Priscilla made this known after her mother’s place of work was destroyed by fire. The letter, allegedly from an aggrieved group, read, […] The post Priscilla shares threat letter after fire incident at Iyabo Ojo’s office appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Smartcomply Academy Earns Global Accreditation, Establishing a New World

Smartcomply Academy, the capacity-development arm of leading African cybersecurity firm Smartcomply, today announced it has achieved full accreditation as a read more Smartcomply Academy Earns Global Accreditation, Establishing a New World-Class Standard for Certification in Africa

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6 h. ago Youthquake in Nigeria: Why the TikTok generation must shift from scrolling to skills

Inspired by Jimmy Khoury’s viral LinkedIn post, “African teenagers, pay attention,” this feature confronts a stark truth many would rather read more Youthquake in Nigeria: Why the TikTok generation must shift from scrolling to skills

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6 h. ago UAE slams tougher visa conditions on Nigerians, bans transit visa applications

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has imposed stringent new entry restrictions on Nigerian travellers, tightening access to one of the read more UAE slams tougher visa conditions on Nigerians, bans transit visa applications

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6 h. ago Expedite action on constitution review process, Oyo Speaker urges NASS

Tribune Online Expedite action on constitution review process, Oyo Speaker urges NASS "As a Conference, we are ready to collaborate to ensure..." Expedite action on constitution review process, Oyo Speaker urges NASS Tribune Online

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